RC ROVER ® REV9-18 UNMANNED GROUND SYSTEM
A Historical First in Affordability, Expandability, and Durability!

So many barriers to break - so little time!
A lot has changed since 2002 and the launch of Rover-X, our heavy weight line of intelligent robots. Embedded systems, wireless communications, and robotics technology have evolved substantially, offering capabilities previously only available to and accessible by government and military organizations. Furthermore, technology costs have resolved and to such extend these days that one can purchase a new laptop for around $600 USD or an industrial grade rugged-PC for under $5000 USD.

Despite all technological advents and cost reductions you might have heard or seen some of the very expensive unmanned ground vehicles / systems (UGV / UGVS) deployed all around the world for military and law enforcement usage. Interestingly enough each machine costs upward of $125,000 per operable UGV and no less than $45,000 per man-portable UGV ( robot arm not included ).

Other competing systems in the tactical service class are too heavy for man-portability and are even more costly than their very expensive little cousins. Add to that the weight and cost of payload and you get 150 LBS to 600 LBS machines costing upwards of $130,000.

Commercial companies purchasing none military UGV / robots for service use, find quickly that obtaining one seems even more difficult than affording one. For this reason most unmanned ground vehicles and robots used for nonmilitary purpose today are custom built from ground up. This means the buyer pays all conceptual design work, trial, legal, engineering, logistical, prototyping, and manufacturing costs.

For the few who can find or build or afford such systems, further barriers and questionable issues lie ahead such as concerns regarding product support and service, upgradeability, system expandability, durability, and so on.

So you ask, what does all this mean?

We've been busy breaking barriers!

The RC Rover ® changes everything with the introduction of REV9 Ready For Operation, expandable, durable, and man portable series of affordable UGV Systems! Furthermore, for the first time in the industry, one can purchase and customize an industrial grade UGV with just a few clicks - right here right now!

REV9-18 Assembled, tested, and RFO UGV System:
Our tracked robot / UGV System, the REV9-18 is military rugged, man portable at 52 LBS, and can be purchased right here, including robot arm / gripper, pan/tilt surveillance system, operator command unit, locator headlight , and buoyant Pelco cases! To top that our UGV System is delivered Ready To Run (RTR) / Ready For Operation (RFO) out of the box !

REV9-16 Assembled, tested, and RFO UGV System:
Our wheeled robot / UGV System, the REV9-16 is military rugged, man portable at 35 LBS, and can be purchased right here, including payload, surveillance system, operator command unit, UMPC (windows OS) and buoyant Pelco cases! To top that our UGV System is delivered Ready To Run (RTR) / Ready For Operation (RFO) out of the box!

You need LESS you say - No problem!
Visit our customization & quote page and start customizing your own REV9. Choose the options you need. Save on payload and features you don't need. Rest assured that your machine is expandable and upgradable should you need additional features and payload down the road. Amazingly and yet another First industry-wise, you can customize and order your UGV / REV9 assembled or unassembled or simply purchase only the components you need to complete your own robot / UGV System.

You need MORE you say - No problem!
The REV9 can be extensively customized in the event that our RFO systems do not meet your requirements. Just visit our customization & quote page and start customizing your own REV9. Need a non-man-portable larger UGV all together? No problem give us a call. Rest assured after years of producing robots / UGV Systems of various shape and size, we Can help.

Six years and Nine revisions later we have identified the Ultimate footprint!
The REV9, comprises of a number of important break throughs in addition to affordability, expandability, and durability. REV9 is the lightest UGV in its class with the ultimate footprint for man portability and payload-ability. Anything smaller would be too small for reliable tactical use and professional payload integration - anything larger and heavier would not be man portable.

Intelligence!
All REV9 RFO Systems ship with switchable RC / PC controllers. This feature accommodates native system expansion and integration for controlled and autonomous PC based command center applications. REV9-16 RFO System includes an onboard UMPC which may be fully customized by us or the customer as needed to support various payload and intelligent software. A variety of onboard sensory devices and off the shelf software solutions maybe purchased for UMPC integration allowing simple onboard, payload,or site / environmental data collection and tasks. Please contact us to discuss your customized system software and ASP solution.

Precision and Speed
REV9 can "turn on a dime" while moving at speeds of few inches per minute or up to 7 miles per hour. To top that, the REV9 can be upgraded to reach speeds in excess of 30+ MPH, making it the fastest UGV in its class - breaking yet another barrier!

Payload Capacity
At only 18" x 12" x 4" (REV9-18) and 16" x 12" x 4" (REV9-16) , each system is tested with 200 LBS of payload before leaving factory. Simply put, weight is not an issue - no matter what useable payload is fitted onto the REV9. Internal and surface-mount payload space combined, one REV9 alone can support a payload including extended 28" robot arm (shoulder / arm config ), one 3D stereo cam, 2 x pan / tilts IR cams, 100ft fiber reel, one onboard UMPC, 4 proximity / range sensors, global positioning box, locator headlight, mic, backup power unit, and disrupter module ( in place of gripper ), and three high gain antennas. That's the payload capacity of one REV9-18. Eliminate disrupter and backup power unit from the list and you have a fully loaded REV9-16. Wow!

Strength & Durability
While not recommended, the REV9-18 can tow a small car in neutral and on paved flat surface. For all applied purposes REV9 RFO Systems are built to resist momentary shocks, impacts, snow / rain, external voltage spikes, solvents, fire, hazmat, and harsh environments. This said, we recommend keeping your REV9 away from such conditions as often as possible to best protect your investment.

Operator-Friendly
Both our REV9-18 RFO and REV9-16 RFO Systems are delivered Ready To Run (RTR) / Ready For Operation (RFO) out of the box. Both RFO units are programmed and shipped in RC mode so that almost anyone able to move a joystick can operate them. After just a few practice runs REV9 operators are usually able to navigate with ease, operate payload with reasonable precision, and push the boundaries beyond our technical specifications. For example, an expert operator can climb and descend 7" stairs with the REV9-18 while our technical specs limit this to 4". Customized REV9 UGV Systems shipped in PC to PC operation mode require a bit of application familiarity. PC-inclined operators will have no problem at booting and operating the system. Others may be trained offsite or onsite at a nominal fee.

Production Tolerance & Accuracy
All CNC aerospace material is machined at 0.0001" tolerance. REV9 chassis is laser cut, pressed, and welded T5 also available in painted or anodized T5 / T6 or Titanium. Each chassis is tapped after production so that component placement and alignment maybe finalized depending on system configuration before assembly is completed. Internal and surface hardware is CNC machined or machined by hand as needed.

Two Step Maintenance - with the "hose down your UGV" option?
Step 1: Clean machine after each use. Step 2: Keep batteries charged at all time. That's it. For REV9 systems customized with permanent sealers, simply hose down the UGV after each use and wipe dry. Otherwise use a wet/dry towel to clean chassis and payload. eXPANDHU®, wheels, tires, and tracks may be hosed and dried after each use. Surface mounted payload is subject to additional customization / protection before being hosed.

Repair and Replacement
All REV9 Parts are replaceable. While replacement may be performed by most savvy operators, it is recommended to send in the unit so that the machine can be examined throughout and firmware upgraded for free. Tire and track repairs maybe made by a local lawn and garden specialist. Track repair adhesive is also available for field repairs. All electronics and drive system components must be repaired or replaced by an authorized REV9 technician. Should you damage your REV9, payload, and components at any time, simply ship the machine to us (insured) and we'll have it repaired, parts replaced, and delivered to your door step within 10 days.

REV9 applications
Tactical and law enforcement, surveillance and security, search and rescue, geological and structural site study and survey, facility monitoring, hazmat and contaminated surface inspection, government and academic UGV / robotics project developments, scientific research, facility automation, personal assistant, and more.

Which to choose, REV9-16 RFO or REV9-18 RFO ?
That mainly depends on your system, payload, and application needs. The REV9-18 has a longer 18" chassis, rendering more surface-mount space for payload. It handles steep inclinations and stairs with outstanding traction and accuracy. The REV9-16 has a shorter 16" chassis and higher ground and payload clearance (2-4" depending on orientation) therefore allowing it to operate upside down / down side up with payload. Both machines come with Easy Access panels which maybe permanently sealed as an option to allow drive-through submerge under water (Note: External payload also needs customization to allow submergence). REV9-18 surface payload is mounted on the Easy Access panel (on top of the unit). REV9-16 payload is installed internally. Additional surface-mount payload may be mounted on either top or bottom side of the unit depending on ground clearance requirements.

Service, Support, and Quality Assurance
"A product is only as good as the people who make it and as successful as the people who buy it!" Another words, Your success is Our success. And for that reason we stand firmly by our products and thrive at meeting and exceeding your satisfaction prior, during, and after sale. E-mail and telephone support is available from 10am to 4pm Monday through Friday all year around (excluding weekends and holidays). Each REV9 RFO system takes upwards of 80 skilled hours to assemble and build (not including customization hours) and is thoroughly tested prior to shipping out. All REV9 systems and parts are delivered with full warranty against defect-on-arrival. And to top that, technical support via e-mail and telephone are free for as long as you own a REV9.



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